Project Worker

We provide a range of environments for those who need extra support to live independently, from young people and those with disabilities, to the elderly in extra care schemes. Our strength lies in the quality of our people and we employ those who share our aims.

Project Worker

Exeter and Devon Floating Support

£17,194 per annum (rising to £18,099 after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

37.5 hours per week

Why work for us?

We support vulnerable people to live as independently as possible, by building their confidence and skills to realise their potential.

We are a national organisation but we think locally. We support people through supported housing, move-on accommodation, CQC registered services and floating support. We specialise in services for young people, homeless families and individuals, people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and people with mental health needs and families fleeing Domestic Abuse.

We are seeking a Project Worker to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. Exeter and Devon Floating Support enables our clients with a range of complex needs to achieve their potential and live more independently within their community. You will use your skills to work with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve the best outcome for our clients. This is a rewarding opportunity to come and work within an established and experienced team.

The role of Project Worker will include:

Regular key working and support planning to ensure relevant support is provided to enable/empower our clients to maximize their own potential and level of independence

Assessing clients needs, writing and updating support plans

Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the clients, actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as advocate when required

Skills and experiences:

A sound knowledge of housing management including voids and arrears management and an understanding of occupancy agreements

The ability to work on your own initiative as you will be required to source innovative solutions to problems that allow residents independence to be enhanced

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel or similar

Travel is a requirement of the role; therefore a full, current driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.

Ready to join us?

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, we offer a comprehensive reward and benefits package appropriate for the role that you do, including:

A pension scheme, with matching contributions from Sanctuary up to set limits

At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years service

Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working

Health and wellbeing plans

A variety of on line discounts and rewards from major retailers

Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme

A wide range of learning and development opportunities

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Closing Date: 13 March 2018

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

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Building Equality and Diversity

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

Reference: 34568132

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